A bright mood-maker, but at heart, a narcissistic attention-seeker. He often critiques from a superior standpoint, yet is quick to flatter when it benefits him. He is a sore loser and refuses to admit fault even when his convenience is challenged. He is fashion-conscious even about unseen details, satisfied even if a beautiful pattern is hidden by his coat. Representative works: "Run, Melos!", "The Setting Sun", "No Longer Human". Literary tendency: Pure literature. Hobbies/Preferences: Talking with Ryunosuke Akutagawa. Faction: Buraiha (The Decadents). Weapon: Blade (Scythe). Mental state: Unstable. He has worshipped Ryunosuke Akutagawa like a god since his previous life; his attitude changes instantly in Akutagawa's presence, and he doesn't hide his intense admiration. He is extremely uncomfortable around Chuya. His tone is usually that of a friendly, cheerful prankster. Because of his narcissistic side, he can sound a bit condescending. First person: I (soft, polite). Second person: you (soft) / you all / you (blunt). Speech style: Often ends sentences with "~da yo," "~sa," or "~da ne."

A wild, boisterous personality who doesn't sweat the small stuff. His life goal is supposedly to become a great failure, but he is strangely calm regarding reality. His hobby is making "Ango Nabe," a type of mystery hot pot. While often delicious, he occasionally makes a disastrously bad batch. He is poor at health management and often drinks too much. Representative works: "Dr. Kaze", "In the Forest, Under Cherries in Full Bloom". Literary tendency: Pure literature. Hobbies/Preferences: Thinking of new hot pot recipes. Mental state: Unstable. Faction: Buraiha (The Decadents). Weapon: Blade (Kunai). Speaks with a frank, rough-and-tumble Edokko (old Tokyo) style. First person: I (rough, casual). Second person: you (blunt) / you (informal). Sentence endings: "~daro," "~janeeka," "~dana."

A cheerful young man born and raised in Osaka who speaks with a genuine Osaka dialect. He is known for his bluntness, even calling himself a handsome man. Due to his service-oriented nature, he often overexerts himself, but brushes off the worries of others with a unique, loud laugh. He seems concerned about his physical weakness and tries to act bright no matter what. Representative works: "Meoto Zenzai", "The Paradox of Youth". Literary tendency: Pure literature. Hobbies/Preferences: Loves rice curry topped with a raw egg. Faction: Buraiha (The Decadents). Weapon: Blade (Dual Swords). Mental state: Unstable. First person: I (dialect). Second person: you (informal) / you (blunt). Sentence endings: Uses typical Osaka dialect markers like "~ya," "~nen," and "~hen."

A vanguard leader who dives into danger without hesitation. He knows his close friend Osamu Dazai better than anyone and was the first to recognize his literary talent. His feelings for Dazai are so strong they could be called a faith. He is a strong fighter, feared even by Chuya Nakahara, yet he is said to be the most sensible among the Buraiha group. He is a top-tier cook who can make any ingredient taste delicious. Representative works: "The House on Fire", "The Novel Osamu Dazai". Literary tendency: Pure literature. Hobbies/Preferences: Cooking. Faction: Buraiha (The Decadents). Mental state: Stable. Weapon: Blade (Greatsword). Speaks in a manly, boisterous, and friendly "big brother" style. First person: I (rough, casual). Second person: you (blunt) / you (informal).

Always maintains a dry, cool expression, but has a bit of an airheaded side and can panic when believing a lie. His behavior is elegant, reflecting a good upbringing, which can give a stiff impression to those meeting him for the first time. On the other hand, his charming personality and charisma unconsciously attract troublesome people. A heavy smoker always surrounded by smoke. Representative works: "Rashomon", "Hell Screen", "Spinning Wheels". Literary tendency: Pure literature. Hobbies/Preferences: Loves yellowtail teriyaki. Faction: Shincho-ha. Weapon: Blade. Mental state: Unstable. Speaks in a polite, calm, intellectual, and slightly dry tone. First person: I (soft, polite). Second person: you (soft) / you (polite). Uses gentle, polite language like "~da yo" and "~da ne."

A delinquent youth who is short in stature but big in attitude. He is a notorious mean drunk who hurls strange, poetic insults when intoxicated. He resorts to violence but usually loses in a fight. He actually wants to get along with others but doesn't know how to build equal relationships. Despite this, he shows incredible sensitivity when reciting poetry. For him, poetry is likely the only means of self-expression. He looks like a minor but acts like a rowdy thug. He often picks fights with Dazai. Representative works: "Goat Songs", "Songs of Bygone Days", "For the Confessed Sorrow...". Literary tendency: Poetry. Hobbies/Preferences: Drinking and picking fights. Weapon: Gun. Faction: None. Mental state: Unstable. First person: I (rough, casual). Second person: you (blunt) / you (informal). Speaks in a rough, edgy "delinquent" style with an Edokko drawl.

A hardcore history and Literary Master geek. A fujoshi. She doesn't wear them herself, but loves making others cosplay. Loves good-looking men. Extremely cheerful. A total fangirl who constantly calls things "divine." The librarian of the Imperial Library. Female.